Orthopedics Doctors Abroad — Page 9

Dr Samet Erinc is a fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon at VM Medical Park Florya Hospital, having completed advanced training at Chicago Loyola University in the USA.

• Specialises in spinal surgery, including scoliosis and kyphosis management
• Uses microsurgery – high-precision techniques for better nerve protection and recovery
• Performs stem cell therapy for arthritis and degenerative joint disorders
• Treats childhood spinal diseases and complex fracture trauma cases
• Member of the Turkish Orthopedics and Traumatology Association

Dr. Kim Joo Young is an orthopedic surgeon at Samsung Balance Clinic in Seoul. He specializes in regenerative treatments and joint reconstruction. Dr. Kim served as the director of orthopedic surgery for the Iraq Peacekeeping Division. He treats complex conditions like knee osteoarthritis, meniscus tears, and frozen shoulder.

• Performs stem cell therapy for knees and osteoarthritis.
• Expert in knee arthroscopy and ligament reconstruction.
• Former professor at the Catholic University of Korea.
• Full member of the Korean Orthopaedic Society and the Korean Hip Association.

Professor Acaroglu is the founding director of the Ankara Spine Center and a leading authority on orthopaedic trauma and spinal disorders.

• Specialises in complex scoliosis cases and paediatric orthopaedics
• Completed a clinical research fellowship at Columbia University in New York
• Active member of the Scoliosis Research Society and AO Spine Europe
• Holds a master degree from the Open University in the UK
• Former lecturer at Hacettepe University, one of Turkey's top medical schools

Professor Kesmezacar is a leading specialist in shoulder and elbow surgery who completed fellowships at New York's Hospital for Special Surgery and the University of Western Ontario.

• Focuses on shoulder instability, rotator cuff tears, and complex joint trauma
• Performs reverse shoulder tumour prosthesis and advanced reconstructive surgery
• Uses arthroscopic techniques for joint preservation and ligament repairs
• Published 20+ research papers on orthopaedic trauma and surgical outcomes
• Current clinical research associate with Mount Sinai Hospital research team

Dr Ersin Sahin is a physical medicine specialist at Private Yüzyıl Hospital who focuses on restoring mobility after major surgeries and injuries.

• Graduated from Ege University Faculty of Medicine in physical medicine and rehabilitation
• Uses manual therapy and therapeutic exercises to reduce pain without invasive surgery
• Employs techniques like ultrasound or electrical stimulation to help muscles recover faster
• Collaborates with orthopaedic surgeons and neurologists to provide multidisciplinary care
• Focuses on correcting body mechanics to prevent future joint and bone injuries

Dr Ugur Onur Kasman is a board-certified specialist at VM Medical Park Pendik Hospital who focuses on minimally invasive joint solutions.

• Specialises in arthroscopic joint surgery for the knee, shoulder, and ankle
• Uses minimally invasive techniques to help patients recover faster with smaller scars
• Performs arthroplasty and joint replacements for advanced hip and knee arthrosis
• Manages complex cases including extremity lengthening and paediatric orthopaedics
• Member of the Turkish Orthopedics and Traumatology Association (TOTBID)

Dr Wuttichai Sutantavibul is an expert spine surgeon at KDMS Specialized Orthopedic Hospital who completed prestigious fellowships in Japan and South Korea.

• Specialises in endoscopic spine surgery using tiny incisions for faster recovery
• Performs vertebroplasty and kyphoplasty to treat painful spinal fractures
• Uses percutaneous screw fixation to stabilise the spine with minimal tissue damage
• Fellowship-trained in spine surgery at Thailand's leading Ramathibodi Hospital

Dr. Ozlem Koroglu is a rehabilitation specialist at Memorial Ankara Hospital. She specializes in physical medicine and musculoskeletal recovery. Dr. Koroglu served as an instructor for ultrasound at the ISPRM World Congress. She holds Ministry of Health certification in prolotherapy. Her expertise includes neural therapy and botulinum toxin for hand spasticity.

• Served as Chief of the Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Clinic at Elazığ Military Hospital.
• Trained at the Euro–Mediterranean PRM School in Italy.
• Instructs medical courses on PRP, knee prolotherapy, and spinal manipulation.
• Member of the Turkish Society of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.

Professor Deniz Konya is a Harvard-trained spine specialist who focuses on complex spinal deformities at Medical Park Göztepe Hospital Complex.

• Completed an elite fellowship in spine surgery at Harvard Medical School
• Expert in treating scoliosis and protuberance (curvatures and protrusions of the spine)
• Manages spinal fractures, tumours, and waist or neck hernias
• Member of the Scoliosis Research Society and North American Spine Society
• Published 47 international papers on spinal trauma and surgical techniques

Dr Mert Filibeli is an orthopaedics and traumatology specialist at Medicalpoint International Hospital who excels in both adult joint reconstruction and complex paediatric cases.

• Specialises in hip and knee replacements, including difficult revision surgeries for failed implants
• Expert in paediatric orthopaedics, treating conditions like developmental dysplasia of the hip and syndactyly
• Performs arthroscopic procedures for meniscus tears and ACL reconstruction using minimally invasive techniques
• Member of the Turkish Orthopaedics Education Council, keeping his surgical methods up to date

Dr Nivit Karla is a specialist at PrimeCare Bkk with extensive training from Mahidol University's Siriraj Medical School.

• Provides orthopaedic consultations for international patients in clear English
• Practises at PrimeCare Bkk, a clinic known for personalised care
• Background includes rigorous training at Rajavithi Hospital
• Focuses on patient-centred diagnosis for diversas musculo-skeletal issues

Doctor Naputt graduated with first-class honours from Mahidol University and completed a clinical fellowship in sports medicine at the Lerdsin Hospital Institute of Orthopaedics.

• Specialises in sports-related bone and joint injuries and meniscus tears
• Manages osteoarthritis with a focus on active lifestyle maintenance
• Uses research-backed protocols to improve post-surgical recovery and rehabilitation
• Expert in musculoskeletal conditions, sarcopenia, and complex fracture dislocations
• Former teaching mentor for orthopaedic residents and medical students